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Suggest Remedies For Lung Congestion While On Zithromax

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Posted on Thu, 9 Mar 2017
Question: Can my wife who is allergic to penicillin take Zithromax? She has congestion in her lungs. She is taking Guaifenesin,400mg every 4 hours.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (6 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, she can take Zithromax even if allergic to penicillin!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for using our services.

There is no cross allergic between penicillin and azithromycin (Zithromax). Your wife is safe to take this drug. Also, zithromax is a good drug for respiratory infections. Is she having a fever? If yes, add Tylenol 1000mg to her treatment to be taken every 8hours.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Keep me updated with her progress and response to treatment.
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Suggest Remedies For Lung Congestion While On Zithromax

Brief Answer: Yes, she can take Zithromax even if allergic to penicillin! Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for using our services. There is no cross allergic between penicillin and azithromycin (Zithromax). Your wife is safe to take this drug. Also, zithromax is a good drug for respiratory infections. Is she having a fever? If yes, add Tylenol 1000mg to her treatment to be taken every 8hours. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Keep me updated with her progress and response to treatment.